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Amiga computer related discussion => Amiga Hardware Issues and discussion => Topic started by: DGB on January 04, 2004, 10:07:41 PM

Title: HIGHER RESOLUTION
Post by: DGB on January 04, 2004, 10:07:41 PM

Hi All,
      I have been updating my A-2000 with hardware and software.  I have a DKB Flicker Fixer and a Video Toaster.  As the toaster takes the video slot I am somewhat limited to what I can install to enhance the video resolution and output.  Software Hut has something called a ToastScan but I have no idea if it will solve my problem.   When I installed OS 3.9 the first thing I noticed is that the graphic background, (get boinged), on the workbenck screen was really bad looking.  My question is, can I do anything to increase the resolution of the platform?  I have a Multi-sync monitor so that is about as far as I can go with that.  Because the Toaster is my use for the machine this is not the worlds worst problem but it is a bit annoying.  At least I need to get rid of that nasty looking background if there is nothing else I can do.  You can look at the TostScan product at http://www.softhut.com/cgi-bin/test/Web_store/web_store.cgi?page=catalog/hardware/accelerators/apollo_scandoublers.html&cart_id=249388_18912

Title: Re: HIGHER RESOLUTION
Post by: QuikSanz on January 04, 2004, 10:26:03 PM

Hi,

your flicker fixer allows a std monitor to be used but gives you
no higher resolution. Ths is great for Amiga only screens but to
get higher res maybe look @ the Spectrum card. this will give you
tru-color graphics on non Amiga only screens with a pass thru for
FF/SD for Amiga screens and has an auto switch to togle between
the two.

Chris

Title: Re: HIGHER RESOLUTION
Post by: artman on January 05, 2004, 01:22:09 AM

Hi DGB,
     Had the same problem with my A2000.  The screens looked "Crappy" to say the least.  Solved that by getting a graphics card, mines's a CGX64_3 d.  It's in the "Bits", 8 bit graphics looks bad, 16 or 24 bit looks "Great".  Took me a while to figure it out, but, it's worth it, believe me.  Best regads...Art

Title: Re: HIGHER RESOLUTION
Post by: DGB on January 05, 2004, 01:39:58 AM

Hi Art,
          Could you be a bit more specific about the card you bought?  What slot does it go in?  Where did you find/get it?  I notice you are in Michigan.  I am in S.E. Ohio so we are not all that far apart.  Possibly your source would be OK for me too.

Dave

Title: Re: HIGHER RESOLUTION
Post by: DGB on January 05, 2004, 01:43:59 AM

Hi Chris,
             Could you be more specific about this card and where did you get it?  How much does it cost?

Dave

Title: Re: HIGHER RESOLUTION
Post by: QuikSanz on January 05, 2004, 02:15:34 AM

Hi DGB,

The Cybergraphics 64 3D is also a good card. they are both ZorroII or III with auto sensing.
niether one has a part that must go to video slot like PicassoIV, thats the FF/SD part.
I don't know if the CGX64 3D has a pass thru on board but maybe. Both are also available at
Software Hut. www.softhut.com .

Good Luck

Chris